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1 event,
Mundy & Shiloh The Messenger (w/ Father Hotep / Myles Bullen / BlueRaspberry)
Mundy & Shiloh The Messenger (w/ Father Hotep / Myles Bullen / BlueRaspberry)
Mundy & Shiloh the Messenger co-headline Super Dark Monday at Desperate Annie's in Saratoga Springs. With guests Father Hotep, Myles Bullen, and BlueRaspberry.
3 events,
Summer of Soul – Sound + Vision: Music at The Movies
Summer of Soul – Sound + Vision: Music at The Movies
Summer of Soul is part music film, part historical record created around an epic event that celebrated Black history, culture and fashion.
Foreigner – The Farewell Tour (w/ Loverboy)
Foreigner – The Farewell Tour (w/ Loverboy)
Rock icons Foreigner will headline SPAC in Saratoga Springs one last time amid their Historic Farewell Tour, with guests Loverboy opening.
VCR Vortex – VHS Night – Method Man / Wu Tang Swordsman
VCR Vortex – VHS Night – Method Man / Wu Tang Swordsman
It's VCR Vortex VHS Night at No Fun in Troy, NY, with a martial arts double feature! Don't miss Method Man and Wu Tang Swordsman!
4 events,
Neon Avenue (w/ Kristian Montgomery & the Winterkill Band) – Rockin’ on the River – Downtown Troy
Neon Avenue (w/ Kristian Montgomery & the Winterkill Band) – Rockin’ on the River – Downtown Troy
Grateful Dead tribute Neon Avenue and Kristian Montgomery kick off the 2023 Rockin' on the River series at Riverfront Park in Downtown Troy.
Big Daddy Kane (w/ Roxanne Shanté & Black Sheep)
Big Daddy Kane (w/ Roxanne Shanté & Black Sheep)
Big Daddy Kane, Roxanne Shanté and Black Sheep perform live at Albany's Empire State Plaza as part of the free summer Capital Concert Series.
Laufey with Caroga Arts Ensemble
Laufey with Caroga Arts Ensemble
Hear Laufey -- creator of Billboard's #1 New Artist Album -- perform live with the Caroga Arts Ensemble! At Sherman's Park in Caroga Lake.
5 events,
Lucy Kaplansky
Lucy Kaplansky
Well known on the folk scene for her crystalline harmonies, Lucy Kaplansky writes enchanting songs about personal experiences, love and loss.
Thursday Market & Food Truck Corral
Thursday Market & Food Truck Corral
The Thursday Market & Food Truck Corral at the Shirt Factory in Glens Falls is like a block party and mini carnival every week!
Montell Jordan (w/ DJ TGIF)
Montell Jordan (w/ DJ TGIF)
R&B singer Montell Jordan performs live at Jennings Landing in Albany, NY, for the 2023 Albany Alive at Five summer concert series. With guest DJ TGIF.
6 events,
Young Culture (w/ Daisy Grenade, Greetings)
Young Culture (w/ Daisy Grenade, Greetings)
Albany pop-punk/emo rockers Young Culture headline a hometown gig at Empire Underground, with special guests Daisy Grenade and Greetings.
The Sugar Hold / Hot Knives / Rhoseway / Barbie Barker (of Candy Ambulance)
The Sugar Hold / Hot Knives / Rhoseway / Barbie Barker (of Candy Ambulance)
The Sugar Hold headline No Fun in Troy, NY, with special guests Hot Knives, Rhoseway, and Barbie Barker (of Candy Ambulance) opening.
The Deadbeats – 30th Anniversary Celebration
The Deadbeats – 30th Anniversary Celebration
Lark Hall in Albany presents The Deadbeats 30th Anniversary Celebration, featuring the music of Jerry Garcia and the Grateful Dead.
7 events,
Hemlock – The Dirty Thirty Tour (w/ Don Gatto, 1000 Yard Stare, Confinement, Born Dying)
Hemlock – The Dirty Thirty Tour (w/ Don Gatto, 1000 Yard Stare, Confinement, Born Dying)
Las Vegas metal outfit Hemlock celebrate 30 years of existence with The Dirty Thirty Tour, which hits Empire Underground in Albany.
Summer School 2023 Punk Rock Show & Party (w/ Trauma School Dropouts, Hudson Falcons, Plastic Jesus, Wet Specimens)
Summer School 2023 Punk Rock Show & Party (w/ Trauma School Dropouts, Hudson Falcons, Plastic Jesus, Wet Specimens)
Radio Radio X, Highbridge Pizza , Cacophone Records and Trauma School Dropouts present…. Summer School 2023! Featuring Trauma School Dropouts, Hudson Falcons, Plastic Jesus, Wet Specimens.
Rock Voices Albany
Rock Voices Albany
Rock Voices Albany -- a 100-voice 518 community choir -- performs classic and modern rock and pop songs, backed by a professional band!
6 events,
RadioRadioX and Xperience 5 Year Anniversary Party
RadioRadioX and Xperience 5 Year Anniversary Party
RadioRadioX celebrates its five-year birthday with a special show and party at The Hangar on the Hudson in Troy.
The Chicks – World Tour 2023 (w/ Wild Rivers)
The Chicks – World Tour 2023 (w/ Wild Rivers)
Country songbirds The Chicks are back with a new 2023 world tour that stops this summer at SPAC. With special guests Wild Rivers opening.
Don Felder
Don Felder
Legendary former Eagles guitarist Don Felder performs live at the Strand Theatre in Hudson Falls.
1 event,
Violencia / Male Patterns / Cinnamon
Violencia / Male Patterns / Cinnamon
Tijuana hardcore outfit Violencia headline Super Dark Monday at Desperate Annie's in Saratoga Springs, with guests Male Patterns and Cinnamon. FREE.
3 events,
Goo Goo Dolls & O.A.R. – The Big Night Out Tour
Goo Goo Dolls & O.A.R. – The Big Night Out Tour
'90s alt rock icons Goo Goo Dolls and frat rock faves O.A.R. co-headline SPAC in Saratoga Springs amid this summer's The Big Night Out Tour 2023.
Melissa Etheridge
Melissa Etheridge
Singer-songwriter Melissa Etheridge rolls into Albany, NY, to perform live at the Hart Theatre at The Egg, as part of her Summer 2023 Tour.
VCR Vortex – VHS Night – Faster, Pussycat! Kill! Kill! / Mudhoney
VCR Vortex – VHS Night – Faster, Pussycat! Kill! Kill! / Mudhoney
It's VCR Vortex VHS Night at No Fun in Troy, NY, with a grindhouse double shock show featuring Faster, Pussycat! Kill! Kill! and Mudhoney!
2 events,
Weatherday / Newgrounds Death Rugby / Halo Bite / Senior Living
Weatherday / Newgrounds Death Rugby / Halo Bite / Senior Living
It's a killer four-band punk bill at No Fun in Troy, featuring sets by Weatherday, Newgrounds Death Rugby, Halo Bite, and Senior Living.
Wednesday Nite Swing and Blues Dance
Wednesday Nite Swing and Blues Dance
Wednesday Nite Swing and Blues Dance at The Linda features the 518's best swing and blues bands every week. Free dance lesson included.
3 events,
Spyrodon / Muck / Canella
Spyrodon / Muck / Canella
SPYRODON is not only a band/collaborative entity between husband-and-wife visual artist team, Alex Theodoropulos and Tara Foley.
Thursday Market & Food Truck Corral
Thursday Market & Food Truck Corral
The Thursday Market & Food Truck Corral at the Shirt Factory in Glens Falls is like a block party and mini carnival every week!
The Nields
The Nields
The Nields - Gorgeous, lilting harmonies blend with wise, classic, folk/pop songs, hilarious banter, and lively engagement with the audience.
7 events,
Rock The Lake 2023
Rock The Lake 2023
It's two days of '80s tribute bands live on the shore of Lake George for the second annual Rock the Dock 2023 festival at Charles R. Wood Park.
Brick By Brick August Boat Cruise (w/ Crimson Mask, Cropsey)
Brick By Brick August Boat Cruise (w/ Crimson Mask, Cropsey)
Cruise and tasting of Smooth Truth Whiskey! Sample the killer new whiskey from the 518! With sets by Brick by Brick, Crimson Mask and Cropsey.
K.Flay (w/ Hello Mary)
K.Flay (w/ Hello Mary)
Singer-rapper-musician K.Flay performs at Empire Live in Albany, NY. With special guests Hello Mary opening.
5 events,
Rock The Lake 2023
Rock The Lake 2023
It's two days of '80s tribute bands live on the shore of Lake George for the second annual Rock the Dock 2023 festival at Charles R. Wood Park.
Judy Collins with Caroga Arts Ensemble
Judy Collins with Caroga Arts Ensemble
Judy Collins presents Wildflowers in Full Bloom. The iconic artists performs her landmark album in its entirety, with a full orchestra.
Valley of Weights (w/ The Scurves, Picnic Lunch, Schenectavoidz)
Valley of Weights (w/ The Scurves, Picnic Lunch, Schenectavoidz)
CT/NY post-punk supergroup Valley of Weights headline Eldorado in Troy. With special guests The Scurves, Picnic Lunch, and Schenectavoidz.
7 events,
Planet Vintage
Planet Vintage
Stop down to No Fun in Troy, for Planet Vintage, a special pop-up vintage clothing market with vendors and all sorts of treats.
Full Out Fest 2023
Full Out Fest 2023
Full Out Fest 2023 is a Troy Dance Factory annual production, featuring live dance & music performances, food, art and more! At Riverfront Park.
Sanguisugabogg (w/ Kruelty, Deadbody, Vomit Forth, Gates To Hell)
Sanguisugabogg (w/ Kruelty, Deadbody, Vomit Forth, Gates To Hell)
Sludgy death metallers Sanguisugabogg play Empire Underground in Albany, NY, w/ guests Kruelty, Deadbody, Vomit Forth, and Gates To Hell.
2 events,
Zombie Guiliani / RBNX / Some Kind of Nightmare / Leave It Behind
Zombie Guiliani / RBNX / Some Kind of Nightmare / Leave It Behind
Electric Sky Church and DCxPC Live presents Punk Night at Pauly's, feat. Zombie Guiliani, RBNX, Some Kind of Nightmare, and Leave It Behind!
Strobobean / Monsoon / Scaffolding / Bare Mattress
Strobobean / Monsoon / Scaffolding / Bare Mattress
Strobobean headline Super Dark Monday at Desperate Annie's in Saratoga Springs, NY. With special guests Monsoon, Scaffolding, and Bare Mattress.
4 events,
Psycroptic & Decrepit Birth (w/ Malefic, Concrete)
Psycroptic & Decrepit Birth (w/ Malefic, Concrete)
Australian extreme metal band Psycroptic headline the Prosthetic Records Uncreation Of Civilization Tour 2023, with Decrepit Birth and special guests Malefic and Concrete.
Have You Got It Yet? The Story of Syd Barrett and Pink Floyd
Have You Got It Yet? The Story of Syd Barrett and Pink Floyd
Cult icon, enigma, recluse… the life of Syd Barrett, founding member of Pink Floyd, is full of unanswered questions. Until now.
Shook Twins Trio
Shook Twins Trio
Shook Twins are often called “quirky folk,” blending banjo, guitar, bass, mandolin, ukulele, glockenspiel, djembe, & signature “golden egg.”
3 events,
New York State Food Festival 2023 feat. Robert Randolph & The Family Band
New York State Food Festival 2023 feat. Robert Randolph & The Family Band
The New York State Food Festival features a Farmer’s Market with dozens of food trucks and vendors, plus a headlining show by Robert Randolph & The Family Band.
Wednesday Nite Swing and Blues Dance
Wednesday Nite Swing and Blues Dance
Wednesday Nite Swing and Blues Dance at The Linda features the 518's best swing and blues bands every week. Free dance lesson included.
Arcy Drive – The Stattic Tour Part 2 (w/ Madeline Knight)
Arcy Drive – The Stattic Tour Part 2 (w/ Madeline Knight)
Northport, Long Island indie rockers Arcy Drive head north for a gig at Empire Underground in Albany, as part of the band's Stattic Tour Part 2. With special guest Madeline Knight.
4 events,
Yo-Yo Ma Plays Dvořák
Yo-Yo Ma Plays Dvořák
World renowned cellist Yo-Yo Ma returns to SPAC to perform Dvořák’s cello concerto, one of the most technically challenging pieces.
Thursday Market & Food Truck Corral
Thursday Market & Food Truck Corral
The Thursday Market & Food Truck Corral at the Shirt Factory in Glens Falls is like a block party and mini carnival every week!
Miko Marks & The Resurrectors
Miko Marks & The Resurrectors
CMT’s Next Women of Country Class of 2022, Miko Marks, expands her popular country sound with blues, southern rock, American roots & gospel.
4 events,
Adhara – ‘Abandoned Future’ Record Release (w/ Invoke Thy Wrath, Oakheart, Ghost Chant)
Adhara – ‘Abandoned Future’ Record Release (w/ Invoke Thy Wrath, Oakheart, Ghost Chant)
Upstate NY metalcore outfit Adhara perform at Empire Underground to mark the release of new LP, Abandoned Future. With Invoke Thy Wrath, Oakheart, and Ghost Chant.
Yngwie Malmsteen & Glenn Hughes
Yngwie Malmsteen & Glenn Hughes
Guitar legend Yngwie Malmsteen performs his greatest hits. Glenn Hughes performs a set of classic Deep Purple. Live at the Strand Theatre in Hudson Falls.
Earth : – An HD Odyssey – The Philadelphia Orchestra
Earth : – An HD Odyssey – The Philadelphia Orchestra
Earth : An HD Odyssey features ravishing images of our planet set to the music of John Adams and Richard Strauss, shown on a large screen.
5 events,
In This Moment & Motionless In White – The Dark Horizon Tour (w/ Fit For A King, From Ashes To New)
In This Moment & Motionless In White – The Dark Horizon Tour (w/ Fit For A King, From Ashes To New)
In This Moment and Motionless In White co-headline The Dark Horizon Tour at MVP Arena, w/ guests Fit For A King and From Ashes to New.
Makes My Blood Dance – Heaven Collides Tour (w/ Sonic Sacrifice, Mutt Farm, Ebro, No More Heroes, Mundy, The Lunkheads)
Makes My Blood Dance – Heaven Collides Tour (w/ Sonic Sacrifice, Mutt Farm, Ebro, No More Heroes, Mundy, The Lunkheads)
Makeup clad "disco metal" outfit Makes My Blood Dance headline a packed bill of scorching metal and alt rock at Pauly's Hotel in Albany.
Jurassic Park in Concert – The Philadelphia Orchestra
Jurassic Park in Concert – The Philadelphia Orchestra
Celebrating its 30th anniversary, experience Jurassic Park in HD alongside The Philadelphia Orchestra playing John Williams’ score live.
3 events,
Weathers & Almost Monday
Weathers & Almost Monday
Weathers and Almost Monday perform live at Empire Underground in Albany.
Sam Morril – The Class Act Tour
Sam Morril – The Class Act Tour
NYC-based comedian Sam Morril performs live stand-up at the Hart Theatre at The Egg in Albany, NY, as part of his 2023 "Class Act Tour."
Christie Lenée
Christie Lenée
Singer-songwriter Christie Lenée’s spiritual and sublime songwriting, inspirational lyrics, and virtuoso guitar playing radiate absolute joy.
2 events,
Zookraught / Scout Gillett / Canella
Zookraught / Scout Gillett / Canella
Zookraught headline Super Dark Monday at Desperate Annie's in Saratoga Springs. With special guests Scout Gillett and Canella opening.
Messer Chups / Ichi-Bons / The Jagaloons
Messer Chups / Ichi-Bons / The Jagaloons
Messer Chups headline No Fun in Troy, with special guests Ichi-Bons and The Jagaloons opening the evening of live music.
2 events,
Voyage of the Rock Aliens (1984)
Voyage of the Rock Aliens (1984)
In Voyage of the Rock Aliens, said aliens land in Speelburgh, U.S.A searching for the source of rock 'n' roll. They find a gang of teenagers.
VCR Vortex – VHS Night – David Lynch Double Feature – Industrial Symphony No. 1 / Blue Velvet
VCR Vortex – VHS Night – David Lynch Double Feature – Industrial Symphony No. 1 / Blue Velvet
It's VCR Vortex VHS Night at No Fun in Troy, NY, with a David Lynch Double Feature of Industrial Symphony No. 1 and Blue Velvet!
3 events,
Pentatonix (w/ Lauren Alaina)
Pentatonix (w/ Lauren Alaina)
Three-time Grammy winning a cappella group Pentatonix will perform live this summer at SPAC in Saratoga Springs with guest Lauren Alaina.
Wednesday Nite Swing and Blues Dance
Wednesday Nite Swing and Blues Dance
Wednesday Nite Swing and Blues Dance at The Linda features the 518's best swing and blues bands every week. Free dance lesson included.
Pasties, Pencils & Pints
Pasties, Pencils & Pints
Pasties, Pencils & Pints, a sassy drawing session, at No Fun in Troy. Models/muses for this event are Portabella and Axis Tilt.
4 events,
Slothrust (w/ Pronoun)
Slothrust (w/ Pronoun)
Boston based alt rockers Slothrust cross state lines to headline Empire Underground in Albany. With special guest Pronoun.
Thursday Market & Food Truck Corral
Thursday Market & Food Truck Corral
The Thursday Market & Food Truck Corral at the Shirt Factory in Glens Falls is like a block party and mini carnival every week!
3 events,
Wet Specimens / Unknown Liberty / Stutter / Leaking Head / School Drugs
Wet Specimens / Unknown Liberty / Stutter / Leaking Head / School Drugs
Wet Specimens headline No Fun in Troy, NY, with special guests Unknown Liberty, Stutter, Leaking Head, and School Drugs opening the night.
Delaney Silvernell (w/ Tom’s House)
Delaney Silvernell (w/ Tom’s House)
Queensbury, NY, native and The Voice contestant Delaney Silvernell will be performing live, with support from Tom's House, at Fuze Box in Albany!
The Water’s Fine! Participatory & Interactive Improv Show
The Water’s Fine! Participatory & Interactive Improv Show
The Water’s Fine! gives the audience the chance to be as involved as they want: simply sit back and enjoy the show, or jump in as a performer!
5 events,
Fandom Fest 2023
Fandom Fest 2023
Fandom Fest 2023 is a fan event for all. As celebration of all fandoms, guests can share their love for their favorite show, game or movie.
Deborah Roberts – Lessons Learned and Cherished
Deborah Roberts – Lessons Learned and Cherished
Award-winning ABC News journalist Deborah Roberts will visit Northshire Bookstore Saratoga to sign copies of her book, Lessons Learned and Cherished.
Hysteria / Bummer Camp / Small Ghosts / Grief Group
Hysteria / Bummer Camp / Small Ghosts / Grief Group
Hysteria headline No Fun in Troy, with support from special guests Bummer Camp, Small Ghosts, and Grief Group.
5 events,
Fandom Fest 2023
Fandom Fest 2023
Fandom Fest 2023 is a fan event for all. As celebration of all fandoms, guests can share their love for their favorite show, game or movie.
Deadlands (w/ Buried, Divine Incarnation)
Deadlands (w/ Buried, Divine Incarnation)
Long Island metalcore trio Deadlands make the trip north to headline Empire Underground. With special guests Buried and Divine Incarnation.
Josh Ritter
Josh Ritter
Renowned singer/songwriter, musician, artist & novelist Josh Ritter weaves poetic lyrics & keen wit into thoughtful, impressionistic music.
2 events,
Josh Ritter
Josh Ritter
Renowned singer/songwriter, musician, artist & novelist Josh Ritter weaves poetic lyrics & keen wit into thoughtful, impressionistic music.
Nuxx Vomica / Hexx Head / Clock Serum / BloodX3
Nuxx Vomica / Hexx Head / Clock Serum / BloodX3
Nuxx Vomica headline Super Dark Monday at Desperate Annie's in Saratoga Springs, NY. With guests Hexx Head, Clock Serum, and BloodX3 opening.
5 events,
’80s Dinner with Film Star & Author Diane Franklin
’80s Dinner with Film Star & Author Diane Franklin
Meet iconic '80s actress Diane Franklin, best known for her roles in Better Off Dead, Bill and Ted's Excellent Adventure, Amityville Horror 2: The Possession, The Last American Virgin and more.
Loudon Wainwright III (w/ Reese Fulmer)
Loudon Wainwright III (w/ Reese Fulmer)
Loudon Wainwright III mixes biting humor, raw vulnerability & keen observations into a tapestry of songs with authenticity & emotional depth.
Ann Wilson (of Heart and Tripsitter)
Ann Wilson (of Heart and Tripsitter)
Ann Wilson, founder and lead singer-songwriter of the iconic rock band Heart, performs live at The Hart Theatre at The Egg in Albany.
2 events,
Loudon Wainwright III (w/ Reese Fulmer)
Loudon Wainwright III (w/ Reese Fulmer)
Loudon Wainwright III mixes biting humor, raw vulnerability & keen observations into a tapestry of songs with authenticity & emotional depth.
Wednesday Nite Swing and Blues Dance
Wednesday Nite Swing and Blues Dance
Wednesday Nite Swing and Blues Dance at The Linda features the 518's best swing and blues bands every week. Free dance lesson included.
3 events,
Everybody That Loves You / Grapejuice! / Skotcha / CPS
Everybody That Loves You / Grapejuice! / Skotcha / CPS
Everybody That Loves You perform live at No Fun in Troy, NY. With Grapejuice!, Skotcha and CPS.
Thursday Market & Food Truck Corral
Thursday Market & Food Truck Corral
The Thursday Market & Food Truck Corral at the Shirt Factory in Glens Falls is like a block party and mini carnival every week!
Jon Pousette-Dart
Jon Pousette-Dart
Jon Pousette-Dart is a folk rock singer/songwriter whose gift is bringing the listener into his world, with timeless country-tinged songs.
5 events,
Adirondack Independence Music Festival 2023
Adirondack Independence Music Festival 2023
The Adirondack Independence Music Festival is a three day, multi-band event in Lake George that will feature premiere touring bands on the festival circuit.
Death Before Dishonor (w/ Full Blown Chaos, Dysentery, Malefic, Silence Equals Death, Torn Out, Scarfold)
Death Before Dishonor (w/ Full Blown Chaos, Dysentery, Malefic, Silence Equals Death, Torn Out, Scarfold)
Boston hardcore outfit Death Before Dishonor headline a packed bill at Empire Underground in Albany, with Full Blown Chaos, Dysentery, Malefic, Silence Equals Death, Torn Out, and Scarfold.
Guns N’ Roses (w/ Dirty Honey)
Guns N’ Roses (w/ Dirty Honey)
Legendary '80s rockers Guns N' Roses are undergoing a revival of sorts and will finally make a 518 appearance at long last, headlining SPAC.
5 events,
Adirondack Independence Music Festival 2023
Adirondack Independence Music Festival 2023
The Adirondack Independence Music Festival is a three day, multi-band event in Lake George that will feature premiere touring bands on the festival circuit.
Born Dead Fest – Day 1 – feat. Hatebreed, Bleeding Through, Many More!
Born Dead Fest – Day 1 – feat. Hatebreed, Bleeding Through, Many More!
Metalcore legends Hatebreed headline Day One of Born Dead Fest at Empire Live in Albany, featuring tons of bands on two stages, over two days, on Labor Day Weekend 2023.
Noah Kahan (w/ Ruston Kelly)
Noah Kahan (w/ Ruston Kelly)
Vermont bred singer-songwriter Noah Kahan brings his blend of folk infused pop to SPAC in Saratoga Springs. With special guest Ruston Kelly.
4 events,
Adirondack Independence Music Festival 2023
Adirondack Independence Music Festival 2023
The Adirondack Independence Music Festival is a three day, multi-band event in Lake George that will feature premiere touring bands on the festival circuit.
Born Dead Fest – Day 2 – feat. Integrity, Madball, Many More!
Born Dead Fest – Day 2 – feat. Integrity, Madball, Many More!
Hardcore legends Integrity and Madball headline Day Two of Born Dead Fest at Empire Live in Albany, featuring tons of bands on two stages, over two days, on Labor Day Weekend 2023.
Tim Meadows
Tim Meadows
Comedian and actor Tim Meadows (also an SNL cast member) performs standup comedy live at The Albany Funny Bone.